Using the right lanyard
A lanyard is a flexible line of webbing, or a synthetic or wire rope, used to secure a safety belt or full bodyharness to a lifeline or anchor. A lanyard that meets the requirements of CSA Standard Z259.1 is acceptable…
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Vertical lifelines
A lifeline is a length of synthetic fibre or steel wire rope attached to an independent point of anchorage. A lifeline is typically used in conjunction with a fall arrest device such as a rope grab. Using the right vertical…
Common food additive could lead to colon inflammation
Researchers worry about the effects this ingredient could have on consumers health
By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs
June 29, 2020
Recent studies have found how frequently utilized food additives ca..
Drinking raw milk can come with serious health risks
Keeping unpasteurized milk in the refrigerator at all times is key
By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs
June 30, 2020
A new study conducted by researchers from the University of California Davis explor..
Stronger boundaries between work and personal life can reduce stress
Researchers say having time to unplug from work can be beneficial for consumers personal lives
By Kristen Dalli of ConsumerAffairs
June 26, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many consumers to work..
The Benefits and Measures of Ergonomics in the Workplace
1. What is Ergonomics? Ergonomics is the science of designing and arranging the work environment to fit the worker. It takes into account the worker’s capabilities and limitations in order to make sure that tasks, equipment, information, and the environment…
Lifting Safely
Each day in some form or fashion you do lifting in this facility and at home. Lifting safely is one the most important things you can do to protect your back throughout your lifetime. Back Strain and Back Injury Cause…
Health and Safety Policy
We will address the health and safety policy we will explain to you the elements that are part of this important document. The essential feature of a policy is that it sets out the general approach and commitment of an…
Choosing the right safety gloves for the job at hand
Workers use their hands constantly throughout the day. One mistake or hazard could lead to a lifetime of pain and a limited range of motion. Companies tend to lose more time and money on hand-related injuries than any other type…
How to Do Incident Investigations and Reporting
Welcome to HSEBox.com! Today, we are delving into an essential aspect of workplace safety: how to conduct effective incident investigations and reporting. When incidents occur, having a structured approach to investigate and document them is crucial for understanding what went…
Working at Height – Question / Answers
Falls while working at height it’s the main cause of death in the workplace, thousands of injuries and fatalities happen every year around the world. 1) What types of work equipment are suitable for working at heights? When working at…
Near Miss Reporting
Whether there is no injury, a small bruise or scratch, or an amputation, the consequences of unsafe acts and conditions are left to chance. A ratio showing a relationship between the number of near-miss incidents and injury incidents reported by…